Dietary Aide - Sheridan Villa LTC

• →Prepare food and beverages as per food production schedule and posted menu. May cook simple dishes (including breakfast), pan, tend and remove items from the stove, microwave, retherm cart etc
• →Maintain the kitchen, dining rooms and serveries in a clean and orderly manner which includes cleaning assigned areas on a daily and weekly basis, in addition to the cleaning of equipment
• →Wash, scour and sanitize pots, pans and utensils
• →Portion and serve meals in the dining rooms and prepare trays for distribution to other areas according to the Dietary Census
• →Provide assistance to the residents in the dining room as necessary  
• →Work with the team to enhance the quality of life for residents and promote a pleasurable dining experience
• →May set up dining room tables just prior to next meal and complete clean-up and warewashing duties after meals
• →Assist with dining room decorations for special and seasonal theme days
• →May update dietary records as required
• →Obtain food and supplies and assist in the receiving, distributing, checking and storing of supplies
• →Set up and deliver menu items and equipment to designated areas
• →Accept and follow through on directions from the Cook in the performance of job duties in the absence of the Dietary Services Supervisor
• →Maintain good relationships with the residents, staff, volunteers and visitors
• →Attend in-service education sessions, staff meetings, workshops, etc. as directed by the Dietary Services Supervisor
• →Assist in the orientation of new dietary staff 
• →Participate in relevant aspects of the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) program to evaluate and improve client services
• →Participate in committees as required
• →Report health and safety hazards, actively participate in eliminating causes of accidents, and perform emergency occupational health and safety measures as required (WHIMS, Infection Control, Fire)
• →Follow policies and procedures as outlined in the Centre’s manuals

• High School diploma
• Certification under the Food Service Worker Certificate program at a college of applied arts and technology or a Food Service Worker Program provided by a private career college.
• Must have a valid Food Safety Certification course (Food Handlers Training) or be willing to complete the Food Safety Certification program within 30 days within hire. Please note, training time and course fees will not be covered by Peel Region.
• Food Service Worker Certificate as approved by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care’s program standards  
• Must be physically able to perform all delegated duties

• Vulnerable Sector Police Check
• TB Skin Testing

It is the responsibility of the successful candidate to pay for any associated costs of the above noted checks.

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon.  Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible.  A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support. 

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca 

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.